San Francisco, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
San Francisco County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for San Francisco based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why San Francisco, CA Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
San Francisco, CA ranks 22nd overall among all US cities with a livability score of 47.6/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. With a median home value of $1,380,500, the housing market remains accessible compared to many US cities. A cost of living index of 252.5 makes San Francisco more affordable than 97% of cities nationwide. The average commute of 22.7 minutes helps residents reclaim valuable time each day. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
836,321
2023 ACS
Median Income
$141,446
2023
Median Home Value
$1,380,500
2023
Median Rent
$2,419
2023
Median Age
39.7
Unemployment
5.6%
Avg Temperature
56°F
Cost of Living Index
252.5
100 = national avg
San Francisco is a city in San Francisco County, California, with a population of 836,321 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. San Francisco is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in San Francisco is $141,446, and the median home value is $1,380,500. The cost of living index is 252.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,419 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, and the median age is 39.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
836,321
Male
429,837
51.4%
Female
406,484
48.6%
Median Age
39.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
48.1%
High School or Higher
57.2%
Foreign Born
34.2%
Veterans
2.2%
Married
37.2%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.668
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
40.5%
Foreign Born
34.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
15.9%
133,226 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
84.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
801,042
English Only
56.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Chinese
140,823 speakers
Limited English
18.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
81.0%
Limited English Proficiency
18.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
18,553
2.2% of population
Disability Rate
21.8%
4,036 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$60,667
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
16,357
88.2%
Female Veterans
2,196
11.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$60,667
Non-Veteran Income
$70,367
Difference
-$9,700
-13.8% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
4,036
Without Disability
14,517
Disability Rate
21.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
379,219
#1 Ancestry
Irish
7.5% (63,020)
#2 Ancestry
German
7.1% (59,189)
#3 Ancestry
English
6.0% (49,904)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
362,650
Family Households
169,671
46.8%
Married Couples
128,875
35.5%
Non-Family Households
192,979
53.2%
Single Mother Households
28,094
7.7%
Single Father Households
12,702
3.5%
Living Alone
137,747
38.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
99,350
In Married Couple
78,743
79.3%
With Single Mother
15,477
15.6%
With Single Father
5,130
5.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$165,603
Married Couple Income
$201,057
Single Mother Income
$85,772
Single Father Income
$104,590
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
12,910
Grandparents Responsible
2,034
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$141,446
+93% vs national
Per Capita Income
$90,285
+143% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.6%
-22% vs national
Gini Index
0.5181
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.6%
+8% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.7%
of households
How San Francisco Compares
San Francisco vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. San Francisco is highlighted.
Median Household Income
San Francisco, CA has a median household income of $141,446, making it the 1,586th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher median household income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
San Francisco, CA has a per capita income of $90,285, making it the 739th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher per capita income than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
San Francisco, CA has a poverty rate of 10.6%, making it the 15,947th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher poverty rate than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
San Francisco, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.6%, making it the 10,072nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher unemployment rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in San Francisco. The median household income here is $141,446.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
-26% vs CA avg
Labor Force
514,336
Employed
484,966
Mean Commute
23 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
48.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
57.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.7
Work from Home
27.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
$221.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
252.5
100 = national avg
+152.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,083
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$262,560
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The median household income in San Francisco, CA is $141,446, which is 93.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $90,285. The poverty rate of 10.6% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5181, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 514,336. 48.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 23 minutes, with 27.5% working from home. About 28.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 252.5, which is 152.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,083 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,300,000
Median List Price
$1,280,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$888
Days on Market
44
Active Inventory
627
Months of Supply
2.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,258,198
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$3,723
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
47.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
57.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
105.8%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
223
New Listings
534
Pending Sales
267
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$888
Median List $/SF
$958
San Francisco vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. San Francisco is highlighted.
Median Home Value
San Francisco, CA has a median home value of $1,380,500, making it the 289th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher median home value than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
San Francisco, CA has a median rent of $2,419, making it the 733rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher median rent than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
San Francisco, CA has a price per square foot of $888, making it the 265th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher price per square foot than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
San Francisco, CA has a rent burden of 20.5%, making it the 8,082nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that San Francisco has a higher rent burden than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,380,500
Median Rent
$2,419
Total Housing Units
411,542
Vacancy Rate
11.9%
Owner Occupied
38.5%
Renter Occupied
61.5%
Median Property Tax
$9,412
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$3,200
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$9,412
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,380,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$11,564
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($9,412) by the median home value ($1,380,500). In San Francisco, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in San Francisco, CA is $1,300,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 44 days on the market. 47.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $888. Zillow's observed rent index is $3,723/month. About 38.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1945. There are 411,542 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $9,412. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.96
per 1,000 residents
+129% vs national
Property Crime Rate
39.29
per 1,000 residents
+128% vs national
Total Crimes
36,334
2024
Violent Clearance
32%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-16.0%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How San Francisco Compares
Source: FBI (2024)San Francisco vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. San Francisco is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)San Francisco police solve 94% of murder cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 35 | 0.04 | 94.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 280 | 0.35 | 11.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 2,145 | 2.67 | 23.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2,329 | 2.90 | 41.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 5,118 | 6.37 | 12.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 21,026 | 26.19 | 8.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 5,401 | 6.73 | 7.1% |
San Francisco, CA reported 4,789 violent crimes and 31,545 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.96 per 1,000 residents is 129.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 32% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 21,026 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 10.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4,789 | 31,545 | 5.96 | 39.29 |
| 2023 | 5,560 | 44,720 | 7.10 | 57.12 |
| 2022 | 5,323 | 47,759 | 6.96 | 62.46 |
| 2020 | 4,796 | 38,737 | 5.44 | 43.94 |
| 2019 | 5,933 | 48,780 | 6.70 | 55.06 |
| 2018 | 6,144 | 49,214 | 6.91 | 55.34 |
| 2017 | 6,301 | 54,356 | 7.15 | 61.68 |
| 2016 | 6,190 | 47,402 | 7.11 | 54.41 |
| 2015 | 6,710 | 53,019 | 7.77 | 61.38 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
4
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2016 | June Jordan High School for Equity | 0 | 4 | targeted | pistols |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.5
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
48.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
99.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
11
Individual Assistance
$4.6M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
4 declarations
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | $1.1M |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | $3.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Mud and Landsli… → | Severe Storm | Jan 1997 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding Landslide… → | Severe Storm | Mar 1995 | — | — |
| Loma Prieta Earthquake → | Earthquake | Oct 1989 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Mudslides, and … → | Unknown | — | — | $29K |
| Wildfires → | Unknown | — | — | $29K |
| Earthquake → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
147
Total Claims Paid
$2,662,809
Avg Claim Payout
$18,114
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
36
Federal Funding
$39,856,570
Properties Protected
83
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.13
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 15 | $29,706,673 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 6 | $3,814,855 |
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $1,552,719 |
| 400.1: Utility Protective Measures (Electric, Gas, etc.) | 3 | $795,171 |
| 904.1: Advanced Assistance | 2 | $289,020 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
San Francisco has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, landslide, heat wave. The area has had 11 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (4 declarations). 147 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. $4,606,165 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 36 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
17.5%
18.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.7%
2.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.5%
Arthritis
16.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
38.4%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.5%
Mobility
10.1%
Cognitive
12.0%
Hearing
4.9%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
2.8%
Independent Living
6.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
San Francisco has an obesity rate of 17.5%, which is 18.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. 71.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.2 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - S...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Francisco | 1.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| California Pacific Medical Ctr-Davies Campus Hosp | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| California Pacific Medical Center- Van Ness Campus | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Memorial Hospital | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| St Mary'S Medical Center | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
56°F
Sunny Days
289
per year
Annual Rainfall
19.3"
UV Index
5.2
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in San Francisco. Click a month or press play.
50°F
43° / 56°
Jan
High
56°F
Low
43°F
Wind
6 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
101°F
Record Low
28°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
50°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56°F | 43°F | 3.80" | — | 83% | 5.5 mph |
| Feb | 58°F | 45°F | 3.94" | — | 81% | 6.2 mph |
| Mar | 60°F | 47°F | 2.96" | — | 80% | 6.5 mph |
| Apr | 62°F | 48°F | 1.41" | — | 76% | 7.5 mph |
| May | 65°F | 51°F | 0.70" | — | 74% | 8.2 mph |
| Jun | 69°F | 53°F | 0.14" | — | 73% | 8.4 mph |
| Jul | 70°F | 55°F | 0.02" | — | 77% | 8.0 mph |
| Aug | 71°F | 56°F | 0.04" | — | 77% | 7.5 mph |
| Sep | 72°F | 56°F | 0.07" | — | 75% | 6.3 mph |
| Oct | 69°F | 54°F | 0.85" | — | 74% | 5.5 mph |
| Nov | 62°F | 48°F | 1.84" | — | 79% | 5.2 mph |
| Dec | 56°F | 44°F | 3.51" | — | 80% | 5.8 mph |
San Francisco has an average annual temperature of 56°F. The area enjoys approximately 289 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 19.3 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
14
Pop. Served
7,782
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO | 3,500 | 0 |
| JOSHUA VALLEY UTILITY COMPANY | 1,500 | 0 |
| HILLCREST ESTATES MHP | 850 | 0 |
| VILLA DIANN MHP | 420 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VALE VILLAGE MHP | 388 | 0 |
| MILE HIGH MOBILE HOME PARK | 209 | 0 |
| RIDGEWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | 196 | 0 |
| SHADY OAKS MOBILE HOME PARK | 185 | 0 |
| BY WAY MOBILE HOME PARK | 150 | 0 |
| LONGVIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | 147 | 0 |
| THE HIDEOUT AT GLENWOOD SPRINGS | 94 | 0 |
| SIX ACRES WATER COMPANY | 66 | 9 |
| SONOMA COUNTY MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 40 | 0 |
| SUNRISE MOBILEHOME PARK | 37 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
469.7K MT
Top Emitter
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
277.0K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY Pg&E Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 276,984 |
ENERGY CENTER SAN FRANCISCO Cordia Llc | Power Plants | 59,257 |
University of California, San Francisco - Parnassus Campus State Of California | Other | 52,297 |
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) - SF6 Emissions Pg&E Corp | Other | 27,403 |
United Airlines, Inc. United Continental Holdings Inc | Other | 27,079 |
PG&E Transmission Blowdown Pg&E Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 26,723 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 14 water systems serving the area. 9 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 469.7K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
23 min
-3% vs national
Drive Alone
28.6%
-64% vs national
Public Transit
21.4%
+2280% vs national
Work From Home
27.5%
+195% vs national
Carpool
6.0%
Walk / Bike
13.3%
combined
How San Francisco's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
35
2023
6-Year Avg
35
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
18
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
22
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34 | 35 | 0 | 18 | 2 |
| 2022 | 41 | 42 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 33 | 34 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| 2020 | 30 | 32 | 1 | 12 | 1 |
| 2019 | 34 | 39 | 4 | 18 | 1 |
| 2018 | 27 | 27 | 2 | 16 | 2 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in San Francisco, CA is 23 minutes, which is 3.0% below the national average of 23 minutes. 28.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 27.5% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 21.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.0% of workers carpool. 10.0% walk to work. 3.3% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 35 traffic fatalities from 34 fatal crashes. 18 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.4%
of households
No Internet
5.2%
of households
Total Households
362,650
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.4%
of households
Smartphone
93.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
87.0%
of households
Tablet
68.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+86% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+90% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+122% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+17% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
San Francisco vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
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Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
14
Population Served
7,782
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO | Community | Surface water | 3,500 | 0 |
| JOSHUA VALLEY UTILITY COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 1,500 | 0 |
| HILLCREST ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 850 | 0 |
| VILLA DIANN MHP | Community | Ground water | 420 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VALE VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 388 | 0 |
| MILE HIGH MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 209 | 0 |
| RIDGEWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 196 | 0 |
| SHADY OAKS MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 185 | 0 |
| BY WAY MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| LONGVIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 147 | 0 |
| THE HIDEOUT AT GLENWOOD SPRINGS | Community | Ground water | 94 | 0 |
| SIX ACRES WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 66 | 9 |
| SONOMA COUNTY MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 40 | 0 |
| SUNRISE MOBILEHOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 37 | 0 |
92.3% of households in San Francisco have broadband internet access. 82.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.2% of households have no internet access. 6.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 14 water systems, providing water to 7,782 people. A total of 9 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. San Francisco is located in San Francisco County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in San Francisco.
Election Overview
Source: San Francisco County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
323,719
80.3%
GOP Votes
62,594
15.5%
Total Votes
402,964
Margin
D+64.8%
Shift from 2020
R+7.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 323,719 | 62,594 | 402,964 | 80.3% | 15.5% | D+64.8 |
| 2020 | 378,156 | 56,417 | 443,458 | 85.3% | 12.7% | D+72.5 |
| 2016 | 312,443 | 34,493 | 365,295 | 85.5% | 9.4% | D+76.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, San Francisco County recorded 402,964 total votes. Democrats won the county with 80.3% of the vote compared to 15.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+64.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, San Francisco County has shifted 11.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5,641
Total Assets
$160.3B
Total Income
$77.7B
Per 10K Residents
67.5
nonprofits
-10.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1,438
Median Assets
$716K
Oldest Active
1921
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $99.0B of $160.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in San Francisco
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING | Philanthropy | $41.1B | $9.7B | 1999 | |
| DIGNITY HEALTH | Health Care | $18.8B | $17.3B | 2012 | |
| COMMONSPIRIT HEALTH OPERATING INVESTMENT POOL LLC | Religion | $15.3B | $13.5B | 2020 | |
| DIGNITY COMMUNITY CARE | Health Care | $5.1B | $4.2B | 2017 | |
| SERGEY BRIN FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $4.3B | $1.1B | 2015 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION | Education | $4.3B | $1.9B | 1992 | |
| JAMES IRVINE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $3.4B | $802.9M | 1939 | |
| GERSON BAKAR FOUNDATION | — | $2.5B | $230.5M | 1984 | |
| COMMONWEALTH SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH ORGANIZATION | — | $2.4B | $1.1B | 1992 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.7B | $395.0M | 2002 | |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF S F MARIN PENINSULA & SONOMA COUNTIES | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $404.0M | 1938 | |
| SHIMON BEN JOSEPH FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $221.7M | 2005 | |
| LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART | Arts & Culture | $1.5B | $178.9M | 2013 | |
| CHAN ZUCKERBERG BIOHUB INC | Medical Research | $1.5B | $99.6M | 2016 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO | Education | $1.4B | $746.9M | 1937 | |
| SKYLINE FOUNDATION | Religion | $1.3B | $313.5M | 2001 | |
| MASONIC HOMES OF CALIFORNIA | Human Services | $1.2B | $155.4M | 1934 | |
| APHORISM FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.1B | $137.5M | 2014 | |
| SKOLL FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $846.9M | $124.3M | 2003 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART | Arts & Culture | $804.5M | $202.8M | 1937 | |
| CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES | Arts & Culture | $782.1M | $235.9M | 1926 | |
| LOW INCOME INVESTMENT FUND | Housing & Shelter | $775.8M | $88.5M | 1986 | |
| HENRY J KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $768.9M | $161.3M | 2019 | |
| HELLMAN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $625.6M | $256.5M | 2012 | |
| SANDLER FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $573.0M | $292.6M | 1991 | |
| MAXWELL HANRAHAN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $561.4M | $775.2M | 2019 | |
| CHARLES AND HELEN SCHWAB FOUNDATION | Education | $542.3M | $40.5M | 2001 | |
| TIDES FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $534.5M | $565.8M | 1977 | |
| CLIMATEWORKS FOUNDATION | Science & Tech | $533.1M | $371.2M | 2009 | |
| ELBRIDGE STUART FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $520.3M | $100.0M | 2004 | |
| EVELYN AND WALTER HAAS JR FUND | Philanthropy | $484.0M | $43.3M | 1954 | |
| SEQUOIA LIVING INC | Human Services | $448.9M | $128.5M | 1963 | |
| BRILLIANT CORNERS | Education | $437.0M | $116.3M | 2004 | |
| VISA FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $435.9M | $167.1M | 2017 | |
| LIBRA FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $432.2M | $68.7M | 2015 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY | Arts & Culture | $425.9M | $358.6M | 1955 | |
| CAMPUS FACILITIES IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION | Philanthropy | $405.3M | $25.9M | 2008 | |
| SALESFORCE COM FOUNDATION | Education | $397.9M | $48.9M | 2000 | |
| TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | Environment | $396.5M | $336.5M | 1978 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC INC | Education | $395.3M | $135.0M | 1935 | |
| OMIDYAR NETWORK FUND INC | Philanthropy | $382.5M | $112.3M | 2005 | |
| J DAVID GLADSTONE INSTITUTES | Medical Research | $372.0M | $146.3M | 1973 | |
| PUBLIC POLICY INSTITUTE OF CALIFORNIA | — | $371.0M | $32.9M | 1994 | |
| PWB FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $366.0M | $30.6M | 2019 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO OPERA ASSOCIATION | Arts & Culture | $362.3M | $183.1M | 1924 | |
| KQED INC | Arts & Culture | $357.0M | $134.9M | 1955 | |
| TROPER WOJCICKI FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $339.3M | $83.3M | 2006 | |
| JOHN AND MARCIA GOLDMAN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $335.2M | $64.2M | 1997 | |
| CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS | Education | $328.0M | $134.8M | 1938 | |
| CHRISTENSEN FUND | Environment | $327.1M | $41.3M | 1960 |
San Francisco, CA has 5,641 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $160.3B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 770 organizations. 1,438 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 67.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1921.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
7,271
Total Approved
$2.9B
Jobs Supported
67,241
Per 10K Residents
86.9
SBA loans
+6.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
262
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
1,242 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
6,233
Total Amount
$2.1B
Avg Loan
$337,137
Median Loan
$125,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.6B(74%)
Jobs Supported
55,839
Loans
1,038
Total Amount
$808.2M
Avg Loan
$778,625
Median Loan
$608,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
880
12% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$631.2M
22% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$717,259
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Veen Firm P.c. | 2 | $10.0M |
| Noriega Produce Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Shree Jalaram Town House Motel Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Brio Consultants Llc | 3 | $8.1M |
| Super7 Retail Inc. | 4 | $8.1M |
| The Sports Basement, Inc. | 2 | $7.0M |
| Inpowered Inc. | 2 | $6.3M |
| Excedr Inc. | 6 | $6.0M |
| Off the Grid Services Llc | 5 | $5.3M |
| Felix Quintero Insurance Agency Llc | 2 | $5.1M |
San Francisco, CA has received 7,271 SBA loans totaling $2.9B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 6,233 loans (86% of the total), supporting 55,839 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1,038 loans totaling $808.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in San Francisco is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 1,242 loans. That works out to 86.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
43
Total Population
1,294,067
Avg Median Income
-$15,370,931
Avg Home Value
-$45,258,586
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94005 | 4,718 | $151,593 | $1,127,200 | $2,634 | 4.6 |
| 94014 | 46,269 | $115,513 | $979,500 | $2,089 | 6.4 |
| 94015 | 64,121 | $123,552 | $1,152,900 | $2,760 | 5.7 |
| 94080 | 65,036 | $135,966 | $1,159,500 | $2,840 | 10.2 |
| 94102 | 34,983 | $64,781 | $996,300 | $1,517 | 0.7 |
| 94103 | 33,524 | $122,339 | $1,057,600 | $2,146 | 1.4 |
| 94104 | 478 | $49,896 | $1,992,600 | $783 | 0.1 |
| 94105 | 14,890 | $239,781 | $1,461,700 | $3,501 | 0.5 |
| 94107 | 30,190 | $186,123 | $1,227,000 | $3,378 | 1.8 |
| 94108 | 11,008 | $63,864 | $1,207,500 | $1,562 | 0.3 |
| 94109 | 54,397 | $112,201 | $1,390,000 | $2,172 | 1.1 |
| 94110 | 66,687 | $152,403 | $1,500,200 | $2,404 | 2.4 |
| 94111 | 4,553 | $131,343 | $1,217,300 | $2,334 | 0.3 |
| 94112 | 80,133 | $130,906 | $1,159,600 | $2,326 | 3.3 |
| 94114 | 33,627 | $196,528 | $1,771,700 | $2,898 | 1.4 |
| 94115 | 32,715 | $154,264 | $1,684,100 | $2,380 | 1.1 |
| 94116 | 42,523 | $152,587 | $1,450,000 | $2,938 | 2.5 |
| 94117 | 37,575 | $175,096 | $1,641,400 | $2,786 | 1.3 |
| 94118 | 39,275 | $159,550 | $1,817,200 | $2,695 | 2.0 |
| 94121 | 42,987 | $138,353 | $1,634,600 | $2,327 | 2.5 |
| 94122 | 57,369 | $145,717 | $1,507,100 | $2,720 | 3.3 |
| 94123 | 24,518 | $222,689 | $2,000,001 | $3,248 | 1.1 |
| 94124 | 36,226 | $82,928 | $1,043,200 | $1,368 | 4.7 |
| 94127 | 20,710 | $205,429 | $1,897,700 | $3,501 | 1.9 |
| 94129 | 3,808 | $236,190 | N/A | $3,501 | 2.4 |
| 94130 | 2,829 | $91,750 | N/A | $2,538 | 0.9 |
| 94131 | 27,809 | $198,779 | $1,749,500 | $2,971 | 2.0 |
| 94132 | 27,406 | $118,557 | $1,458,700 | $2,503 | 3.1 |
| 94133 | 24,753 | $83,025 | $1,519,100 | $1,985 | 0.7 |
| 94134 | 40,142 | $107,566 | $1,064,100 | $1,674 | 2.6 |
| 94158 | 11,206 | $184,294 | $1,501,100 | $3,316 | 0.6 |
| 94188 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 94501 | 63,517 | $119,500 | $1,213,100 | $2,362 | 7.9 |
| 94606 | 38,746 | $70,769 | $747,600 | $1,775 | 2.3 |
| 94607 | 27,891 | $87,937 | $744,600 | $1,875 | 5.9 |
| 94608 | 33,998 | $116,306 | $826,900 | $2,561 | 2.8 |
| 94609 | 24,854 | $106,698 | $1,147,900 | $2,116 | 1.7 |
| 94612 | 17,663 | $77,069 | $814,000 | $1,936 | 1.0 |
| 94702 | 17,073 | $99,135 | $1,168,200 | $1,974 | 1.3 |
| 94703 | 20,874 | $108,922 | $1,273,000 | $2,257 | 1.3 |
| 94710 | 8,144 | $118,007 | $1,084,500 | $2,546 | 2.2 |
| 94920 | 12,682 | $238,304 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 6.5 |
| 94965 | 12,160 | $140,417 | $1,492,600 | $2,952 | 14.6 |
San Francisco, CA has 43 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,294,067. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$15,370,931. The average median home value is -$45,258,586. The average median monthly rent is -$15,501,465.
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